president89
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I built a veritcal rack for for 2 33 g longs - one tank per level. Because it's physically impossible to have the top rack have supported 2x4's around the perimeter of the tank, because there is no room underneath due to the same size tank, I sistered up some 2x4's and plan to put plywood across so that the weight is distributed. Honestly, I think the screws holding the sistered up 2x4's can hold the tank, but no point in skimping there.
1. Do I need to use pressure treated plywood?
2. I used unpressure treated premium studs - do I need to paint or stain this rack? I don't think saltwater rots wood the same way freshwater does. Not sure about warping.
1. Do I need to use pressure treated plywood?
2. I used unpressure treated premium studs - do I need to paint or stain this rack? I don't think saltwater rots wood the same way freshwater does. Not sure about warping.
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